American Cocker Spaniel vs Irish Wolfhound
Compare American Cocker Spaniel and Irish Wolfhound: size, life expectancy, temperament and care side by side.
American Cocker Spaniel
VS
Irish Wolfhound
Comparison table
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Characteristic
American Cocker Spaniel
Irish Wolfhound
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
35 – 38 cm
71 – 90 cm
Weight
10 – 14 kg
40 – 69 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 16 years
6 – 8 years
Child friendly
4/5
5/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
4/5
3/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
3/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
2/5
1/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
The 1–5 scale shows the level of each trait. A higher value means more of that trait. Individual animals may vary.
Characteristics
American Cocker Spaniel
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Small
Irish Wolfhound
Great with kids
Quiet
Giant
Summary
About American Cocker Spaniel
American Cocker Spaniel: a small, sturdy gundog with a silky coat and large, expressive eyes. Cheerful, affectionate, and people‑oriented, it suits active families. Needs daily exercise, mental stimulation, gentle positive training, and regular, thorough grooming and ear care.
About Irish Wolfhound
Irish Wolfhounds are giant, tall hounds with a strong yet graceful build and a rough, weather‑resistant coat. Calm, gentle and sensitive, they are low‑key indoors but need steady exercise and space. They have notable health risks and a relatively short lifespan, so careful breeding and care are vital.
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